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In late September, as the anniversary of Hamas’s October 7 attacks drew near and Gaza lay in devastation, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared a new strategic focus: targeting Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Despite a relentless campaign that severely weakened the group’s leadership and forced over 1.2 million civilians to flee, Hezbollah remains a significant adversary — recently even executing a drone strike that struck Netanyahu’s own residence.
This article examines how Hezbollah has endured, adapted, and continues to respond despite the overwhelming firepower of Israel.
1. Israel’s Multi-Front Offensive Against Hezbollah
Eliminating Key Leaders
In late September, Israeli forces initiated a prolonged bombing campaign. Among the prominent Hezbollah figures who were killed are:
Hassan Nasrallah (Secretary-General) Hashem Safieddine (Deputy Leader) Nabil Qaouk, Ibrahim Aqil, and Ali Karaki (Senior Military Commanders)